Installation Instructions

Before You Begin

Read these instructions carefully and completely.

• IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer: Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.
• OWNER: Keep these instructions for future reference.
• NOTE: This appliance must be properly grounded.

Parts Included

• 4 screws (single)
• 8 screws (double)
• Bottom Trim

Materials Needed

• Strain Relief Clamp
• Junction Box
• Wire Nuts
• 36" of String

Tools You Will Need

• 1/8" Drill Bit & Electric or Hand Drill
• Phillips Screwdriver

Publication No. 31-10461, 229C4053P429

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Your Safety

• Be sure your oven is installed properly by a qualified installer or service technician.
• Be sure the oven is securely installed in a cabinet that is firmly attached to the house structure. Weight on the oven door could cause the oven to tip and result in injury. Never allow anyone to climb, sit, stand or hang on the oven door.
• Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the oven can withstand the temperatures (up to 200°F) generated by the oven.

CAUTION: The electrical power to the oven supply line must be shut off while line connections are being made. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. ⚠️

Electrical Requirements

This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency, and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a circuit breaker or fuse having amperage as noted on the rating plate (located on the oven frame).

It is recommended to have the electrical wiring and hookup connected by a qualified electrician. After installation, have the electrician show you where your main oven disconnect is located.

Check with your local utilities for electrical codes. Failure to wire according to governing codes could result in a hazardous condition. If no local codes apply, wire and fuse to meet the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Edition. Obtain a copy by writing: National Fire Protection Association, Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires new construction to utilize a 4-conductor connection to an electric range. For new construction, follow instructions for NEW CONSTRUCTION AND FOUR CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT CONNECTION.

Use a three-wire, single-phase A.C. 208Y/120 Volt or 240/120 Volt, 60 hertz electrical system. If connecting to aluminum wiring, use properly installed connectors approved for aluminum wiring.

Pre-Installation Checklist

ALL INSTALLATION INFORMATION ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES ARE TO BE USED FOR SINGLE AND DOUBLE OVEN INSTALLATION!

• ✔️ Open the door to the stop position.
• ✔️ Remove packaging materials. Check behind hinges, and under false bottom. Remove labels on door, plastic on trims and panel, and all tape around oven.
• DO NOT LIFT THE DOOR BY THE HANDLE!
• ✔️ Open oven door and remove literature pack, broiler pan and grid, and oven racks.
• ✔️ Remove Installation Instruction from literature pack and read them carefully before you begin.
• ✔️ Be sure to place all literature, Use and Care, Installations, etc. in a safe place for future reference.

Diagram Description (Door Removal): Grasp the oven door on both sides and lift it up and off the hinges. NOTE: The oven door is very heavy. Ensure a firm grip before lifting. Use caution once the door is removed. Do not lay the door on its handle, as this could cause dents or scratches.

Pre-Installation Checklist cont.

• ✔️ Cover hinge with paper towel rolls or toweling.
• CAUTION: When the door is removed and the hinge arms are at the stop position, DO NOT bump or try to move the hinge arms. The hinges could snap back causing an injury to the hands. Cover the hinges with toweling or empty towel rolls while working in the oven area.
• ✔️ Place the oven on a table or platform even with the cutout opening. (Platform must support 150 lbs. single, 275 lbs. double.)
• ✔️ Remove the bottom trim from the top of the oven. It will be installed at the end of installation. The trim is wrapped separately and taped to the top of the unit.

Diagram Description (Oven Placement & Trim): Illustrates covering hinges, placing the oven on a platform, and removing the bottom trim which is taped to the top of the unit. Shows bottom trim, conduit, and side trim.

A1 Cutouts for Single Built-In-Oven

Diagram Description (Single Oven Cutout): A diagram shows cabinet dimensions and required cutout dimensions for a single built-in oven. Key dimensions include: Cabinet Width: 27", Cutout Width: 25" MIN. / 25 1/4" MAX., Cutout Depth: 23 1/2", Cutout Height: 27 5/8" MIN. / 28 1/8" MAX. It indicates junction box location, the need for 2" x 4" or equivalent runners, clearance for the open door (20"), and overlap for the oven edges (7/8" side, 1" top/bottom). The recommended cutout location from the floor is 32 1/2".

Notes:

• If the cabinet does not have a front frame and the sides are less than 3/4" thick, shim both sides equally to establish the cutout width.
• If cabinets do not have a solid bottom, install two braces or runners to support the oven's weight (must support 150 pounds for single ovens).
• This oven is not approved for stackable or side-by-side installation.

A2 Cutouts for Double Built-In-Oven

Diagram Description (Double Oven Cutout): A diagram shows cabinet dimensions and required cutout dimensions for a double built-in oven. Key dimensions include: Cabinet Width: 27", Cutout Width: 25" MIN. / 25 1/4" MAX., Cutout Depth: 23 5/8" MIN., Cutout Height: 49 11/16" MIN. / 50 1/8" MAX. It indicates junction box location, the need for 2" x 4" or equivalent runners, clearance for the open door (20"), and overlap for the oven edges (7/8" side, 1" top/bottom). The recommended cutout location from the floor is 13 1/4".

Notes:

• If the cabinet does not have a front frame and the sides are less than 3/4" thick, shim both sides equally to establish the cutout width.
• If cabinets do not have a solid bottom, install two braces or runners to support the oven's weight (must support 275 pounds for double ovens).

A3 Cutouts for Single Oven Under Counter

Gas or electric cooktops may be installed over this oven. See cooktop installation instructions for cutout size. See label on top of oven for approved cooktop models.

Diagram Description (Under Counter Cutout): A diagram illustrates the cutout requirements for installing a single oven under a countertop. Key dimensions include: 25" width, 25" MIN. / 25 1/4" MAX. cutout width, 27 5/8" MIN. / 28 1/8" MAX. cutout height. It specifies a 22" MIN. clearance above the support platform and a 32" typical countertop height. A 3/4" support platform is required and must support 150 lbs. Junction box location and gas/electric connections for cooktops are also indicated.

Notes:

• Gas or electric connections for gas cooktop must be located in an adjacent accessible location to the right.
• This oven is not approved to be installed under a Solid Disk, Induction or Downdraft Modular Cooktop.

B Electrical Connections

B1: Turn off the circuit breaker or remove fuses to the oven branch circuit.

B2: With the oven in front of the cabinet opening, on a table or platform, connect the flexible conduit to the electrical junction box. You will need to purchase a strain relief clamp to complete the connection of the conduit to the junction box.

Diagram Description (Electrical Connections - 4 Conductor): Illustrates connecting the oven's flexible conduit to a junction box. Shows the junction box location, conduit, and wires (ground, red, white, black). A strain relief clamp is shown as required at the junction box. The diagram also shows the oven placed on a support for easier connection.

NEW CONSTRUCTION AND FOUR-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT CONNECTION

Use this section when installing in new construction, a mobile home, or when local codes do not permit grounding through neutral:

• a. Cut the neutral (White) lead from the crimp. Re-strip the neutral (white) lead to expose the proper length of conductor.
• b. Attach the appliance grounding lead (green or bare copper) in accordance with local codes. If the residence grounding conductor is aluminum, see WARNING note.
• c. Connect the oven neutral (white) lead to the branch circuit neutral (white or gray) in accordance with local codes, using wire nut.
• d. Connect the oven red lead to the branch circuit red lead and the oven black lead to the branch circuit black lead in accordance with local codes, using wire nuts. If the residence red, black or white leads are aluminum conductors, see "WARNING" note on the following page.
• e. Install Junction Box Cover.

B Electrical Connections cont.

Three-Conductor Branch Circuit Connection

When connecting to a 3-conductor branch circuit, if local codes permit:

• a. Connect the bare oven ground conductor with the crimped neutral (white) lead to the branch circuit neutral (white or gray in color), using wire nut.
• b. Connect the oven red lead to the branch circuit red lead, using wire nut.
• c. Connect the oven black lead to the branch circuit black lead in accordance with local codes, using wire nut.
• d. Install Junction Box Cover.

Notes:

• Do not shorten the flexible conduit. The conduit strain relief clamp must be securely attached to the junction box and the flexible conduit must be securely attached to the clamp. If the flexible conduit will not fit within the clamp, do not install the oven until a clamp of the proper size is obtained.
• NOTE TO ELECTRICIAN: The 3 power leads supplied with this appliance are UL recognized for connection to larger gauge household wiring. The insulation of these 3 leads is rated at temperatures much higher than the temperature rating of household wiring. The current carrying capacity of the conductor is governed by the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire.
• WARNING: Improper connection of aluminum house wiring to copper leads can result in an electrical hazard or fire. Use only connectors designed for joining copper to aluminum and follow the manufacturer's recommended procedure closely.

Diagram Description (Electrical Connections - 3 Conductor): Illustrates connecting the oven to a 3-conductor branch circuit. Shows ground and neutral wires, and the junction box. Steps detail connecting ground/neutral, red lead, and black lead.

C Placing the Oven in the Opening

C1 Sliding the Oven Into the Opening

• a. Loop a 36" string around the conduit before the oven is slid into place. This will keep the conduit from falling behind the oven.
• b. Lift oven into cabinet cutout using the oven opening as a grip. Carefully push against the oven front frame. Do not push against outside edges.
• c. As you slide the oven back, pull the string so that the conduit will lie on top of the oven in a natural loop.
• d. When you are sure the conduit is out of the way, slide the oven all the way back into the opening. Remove the string.

Diagram Description (Sliding Oven): Shows a string looped around the conduit, with an arrow indicating pulling the string while pushing the oven into the cabinet.

C2 Installing the Bottom Trim

• a. Slide the oven 3/4 way into the cabinet cutout.
• b. Attach the bottom trim to the front frame with the 3 screws provided.
• c. Slide the oven all the way into the cabinet cutout.

CAUTION: Be sure you do not tip the oven forward during installation or you may bend the Bottom Trim. The Bottom Trim provides an opening for cooling air to enter the cabinet. This opening should never be blocked.

Diagram Description (Bottom Trim Installation): Shows the oven partially slid into the cutout, with the bottom trim being attached to the front frame using screws. It also depicts the side trim and lower trim.

C3 Drilling the Pilot Holes

Note: Before drilling the pilot holes, make sure the oven is pushed as far back into the opening as it will go and centered.

• a. Drill four-1/8” pilot holes through the mounting holes (top and bottom) of the side trim, for the four #8 screws provided. Drill eight holes for the Double Oven.
• Diagram Description (Pilot Holes): Shows mounting hole locations on the side trim and indicates that screws must be a minimum of 1/4" from the front of the cutout.
• NOTE: Mounting screws must be used. Failure to do so could result in the oven falling out of the cabinet causing serious injury.
• b. Secure the oven to cabinet with screws provided.
• NOTE: If the cabinet is particle board, you must use 4 #8 x 3/4 particle board screws. These may be purchased at any hardware store.

D Replacing the Oven Door

• D1: Make sure the hinge is in the door stop position.
• D2: Remove the toweling or paper towel holder from the hinge.
• D3: Grasp the door on both sides.
• D4: Hold the door over the hinges lining up the hinges with the hinge slots on the bottom of the door.
• D5: Slide the door down onto the hinges as far as it will go.
• D6: Close the door.

Note: The oven door is heavy. You may need help lifting the door high enough to slide it down onto the hinges. Do not lift the door by the handle.

Diagram Description (Door Replacement): Illustrates holding the oven door over the hinges and sliding it down to reattach it.

E PRE-TEST CHECK LIST

• ✔️ Remove all protective film if present, and any stickers.
• ✔️ Check to be sure that all wiring is secure and not pinched or in contact with moving parts.
• ✔️ Check that the bottom trim is installed properly (see page 7).
• ✔️ Check to be sure the mounting screws are installed and flush with the side trim, (see page 7).

Operation Checklist

• Remove all items from the inside of the oven.
• Turn on the power to the oven. (Refer to your Use and Care Manual.) Verify that the bake and broil units, and all cooking functions operate properly.
• Check that the circuit breaker is not tripped or the house fuse is blown.
• Check that conduit is securely connected to the junction box.
• See Use & Care manual for troubleshooting list.

NOTE TO ELECTRICIAN: The power leads supplied with this appliance are UL recognized for connections to larger gauge household wiring. The insulation of these leads is rated at temperatures much higher than the temperature rating of household wiring. The current carrying capacity of a conductor is governed by the wire gauge and also the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire.

NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING

A. WARNING: IMPROPER CONNECTION OF ALUMINUM HOUSE WIRING TO THE COPPER LEADS CAN RESULT IN A SERIOUS PROBLEM.

B. Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring using special connectors designed and UL approved for joining copper to aluminum and follow the manufacturer's recommended connector procedure closely.

NOTE: Wire used, location and enclosure of splices, etc., must conform to good wiring practice and local codes.